Welcome
- Welcome to our home on the web! It is our hope that this will be a place where you can stop in and catch a glimpse of God at work in us, around us, and through us as we journey with God in Stockholm, Sweden. So come along with us and hopefully we can help encourage each other in this journey toward God and His Kingdom. Coram Deo!
Quote(s) to note
- Jack Handy"If God dwells in us like some people say, I sure hope He likes enchiladas, because that's what He's getting."
- Renovare Study Bible on Job"Job found that life is a mystery that can be faced only by trust in and reliance upon God. And this mystery eludes the easy answers of his companions and even his own best explanations. It defies Job's reason and shatters the boundaries of his understanding-as it does our own."
Our Partners
- Greater Europe Mission
You can donate online by clicking on the link above, or payments can be sent to: 18950 Base Camp Road Monument, CO 80132-8009 -- Designate to Mills Account #29820 - Trinity Fellowship Church
Our sending church & community in Richardson, Texas. - Christ Community Church
The church where our greatest growth took place before seminary in Lawrence, Kansas. - Lake Cities Community Church
The vibrant budding new church plant in Rowlett, Texas birthed by members of our sending church, Trinity Fellowship Church.
On Renée's nightstand
In Michael's book bag
Books that have shaped us
To be part of the conversation
- Every month we send out an email with an update on our family and ministry. If you would like to receive those updates, just fill in the form below.
Blogs we frequent:
- Andrew Jones, aka Tall Skinny Kiwi (provacative & emerging)
- Brandon & Kristy Wellcome (GEM friends in Ireland)
- Bro Blog (aka Steve Pyfrom, who spent the summer with us here in Sweden)
- Dave & Rachel Byers (GEM friends in Köln, Germany)
- Mary DeMuth (our writer/seminary ["Charlotte"] friend in Texas)
- Pub Grub (Forrest Hendrix, GEM teammate in Stockholm)
- Sanders Family (CIT friends in Moldova)
- Scott McKnight's "Jesus Creed" blog
- Tagg Wolverton (GEM friends in Amsterdam)
Why we're here
- It is not ourselves that we proclaim; we proclaim Christ Jesus as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus' sake. For the same God who said, "Out of darkness let light shine," has caused his light to shine within us, to give the light of the revelation--the revelation of the glory of God in the face of Christ.--St. Paul, 2 Corinthians 4:5,6
Our ministry here
- Elim Kyrkan
We were invited to move to Stockholm for the purpose of assisting this local, national church with Bible teaching and leadership development.
Swiss Alps
- Here are probably less than a fourth of the photos we took while we were in the Swiss Alps this summer. There are probably not many places more lovely on God's green earth than the Alps!
Photos of Emma Kate's 6th Birthday
Recent Posts
A video: Renée's life here
Learn about Stockholm and Sweden
Ideas from a family that reads together
Kaye Umansky: The Silver Spoon of Solomon Snow
This story is a delightful mix of unforgettable characters, unpredictable plot, and page-turning adventure. Our whole family couldn't wait for more of the story to unfold each night!Diane Stanley: Bella at Midnight
This is a book that will make it tempting to extend bedtime a bit! This fabulous story, recommended for ages 9 and up, lends itself well to conversations on prejudice, sacrifice, self-examination, and a host of other character issues.Gladys Aylward: Gladys Aylward: The Little Woman
We just finished reading this little gem together and were so challenged and encouraged by this missionary's steadfast faithfulness and perseverance in the midst of unbelievable cultural trials and strain. She exhibited lots of great character traits to discuss together as well!Marcia Williams: Chaucer's Canterbury Tales
This is just one example of Marcia Williams' great work. Type in her name on Amazon and you will see other books by her. All of them are incredible comic-book-looking renditions of some great classics!Eric A. Kimmel: Don Quixote and the Windmills
Our girls laughed out loud when we read this great rendition for kids about Don Quixote's classic struggle with a few windmills.Paul McCusker: The Luke Reports Chapter 1: Child of Promise (Radio Theatre)
These are not to be missed! I think there are four or five "chapters", but we bought ours bundled together. We found ourselves virtually on the edge of our seats as we listened to the incredibly accurate historical and biblical events from the book of Luke come to life!May Gibbs: Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie
We found this Australian children's classic in a used bookstore and picked it up because of the intricately delightful artwork. The story has proven to be just as creative and delightful as the drawings.Mary Pope Osborne: Tales From The Odyssey #1 (Tales from the Odyssey)
There are six books in this series that make Homer's great classic the Odyssey into a spellbinding adventure! This is a great way to whet the family's appetite for the classics.Kate DiCamillo & Bagram Ibatoulline: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
A great family read that stirs up a range of emotions and provokes great conversation. As with all the Kate DiCamillo books we've read there, this one has a redemptive theme as well.Philip Glassborow: Little Women (Radio Theatre)
We listened to this on the road this summer. It's so beautifully done.Jeanne Birdsall: The Penderwicks
We read this together last summer--A summer tale of four sisters that our girls really enjoyed.Oliver Hunkin: Dangerous Journey
A wonderfully illustrated version of Pilgrim's Progress by Bunyan.Richard M. Hannula: Trial & Triumph: Stories from Church History
Engaging stories about men and women of church history (beginning with Polycarp and ending with Lewis) written for kids aged 6 and up.Daphne Spraggett: Window on the World: When We Pray God Works
Gives nearly 100 profiles of various countries or people groups along with personal stories of children and suggestions for praying.Laura Godwin: The Doll People
A must read if you have girls! There is also a sequel called The Meanest Doll in the World that is just as inviting.Patricia St. John: Star of Light
All of the books by Patricia St. John are excellent and focus on Christian themes.Lois Burdett: Hamlet : For Kids (Shakespeare Can Be Fun series)
This is just one in the "Shakespeare Can Be Fun" Series. My girls have fallen in love with Shakespeare through these books!Kate DiCamillo: Because of Winn-Dixie
Don't be tempted by the movie--it doesn't compare. Best when listened to on audio CD because the voices used are a perfect match for the characters' personalities.Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux
Fabulous when listened to on audio CD because of the fabulous voice characterization.C.S. Lewis: The Chronicles of Narnia
Try listening to the Focus on the Family Radio Theatre version. The characters come alive!
